Denver Health, Fitness, & Wellness Activities

Looking to recharge in Denver?

The Mile High City offers tons of ways to relax, reset and rejuvenate while being surrounded by nature. Practice yoga from a park, rooftop or rainforest. Go for a run through a historic neighborhood or build your rock climbing skills. And for some recovery and serious pampering, check out these spas and wellness centers. Of course, we're only scratching the surface here. Our events calendar provides tons of fitness opportunities throughout the year, from drop-in sports to HIIT workouts to puppy yoga.

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Outdoor Yoga

Yoga on the Rocks

WHEN: Saturdays at 7 a.m., June–August
WHERE: Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
Join other yoga enthusiasts for a sunrise session at Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre, one of the most spectacular venues in the world. The Yoga on the Rocks sessions are held at 7 a.m. on Saturday mornings during the summer. Bring water and a yoga mat! The July 9 and Aug. 6 classes are bilingual for English and Spanish speakers! You must buy tickets in advance online.

Yoga at the Gardens

WHEN: Various days and times
WHERE: Denver Botanic Gardens
At Denver Botanic Gardens, awaken your energy and unlock your inner potential through breathing, movement, stretching, meditation and mantra with yoga at the Gardens. Just bring your yoga mat and a bottle of water, and breathe in the fresh, floral air. Check the events calendar for days and times.

Stretch & Sip Yoga

WHEN: Saturdays at 9 a.m., May–September
WHERE: Hilton Garden Inn Denver Union Station
Start your weekend with a Saturday morning Stretch & Sip yoga class. This is your invitation to unwind and relax with a 60-minute yoga session on the outdoor patio of the Hilton Garden Inn Denver Union Station. This donation-based class will be supporting a local wellness nonprofit. Following class, attendees are invited for a complimentary mimosa with a purchase of an entrée at Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar!

Zen Out Yoga

WHEN: Half- and full-day hikes, plus retreats and special events
WHERE: Various trails
COST: Varies
If you want to experience yoga and Colorado's great outdoors it doesn't get better than this. Zen Out Yoga offers hiking along with stops to practice yoga and meditation while you take in fresh mountain air. Check the schedule for upcoming hikes and retreats, or contact Zen Out Yoga to book a private hike.

Yoga Comes to You with Innovative Yogis

WHEN: Anytime
WHERE: A nearby park or your Airbnb/hotel
No need to head to the studio. Innovative Yogis will bring the studio to you. They can deliver a nourishing practice for the mind, body and soul for your private group at an Airbnb rental or in a nearby park. Don't have equipment? From mats and blocks to music and aromatherapy, all materials are provided so that you just need to show up and enjoy the experience. They also handle everything from conferences to weddings to retreats in the mountains.

Yoga in Public Parks

WHEN: Varies
WHERE: Various parks
With so many beautiful parks, it's easy to find an inspiring place to practice. There are plenty of drop-in groups that meet typically for sunset yoga in Cheesman Park, Washington Park, City Park and Sloan's Lake Park. Check our events calendar.

Indoor Yoga

Flexi-Verse Elemental Journey

WHEN: Varies
WHERE: Meow Wolf Denver
This is truly unique. This practice moves you through the elements: earth, water, fire, air and ether in a space known for its elaborate immersive art. Meow Wolf offers other classes in fitness/cardio, breathwork and zumba.

Rainforest Yoga

WHEN: Saturday and Sunday mornings, and Wednesday evenings (subject to change)
WHERE: Butterfly Pavilion
Surrounded by native plants and butterflies, this practice is sure to rejuvenate you at this invertebrate zoo.

Running Clubs and Events

Denver Beer Company Run Club

WHEN: Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. year-round
WHERE: All Denver Beer Co. locations
Show up at the brewery, do a little stretching, learn the route and then set off on a 5K walk/jog/run. End your evening with a few beers on one Denver Beer Co.'s sunny patios. Runs start from the Platte Street, Olde Town Arvada, and Downing Street taprooms.

Highland Tap & Burger Run Club

WHEN: Every Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. (10K) and 6:30 p.m. (5K) year-round
WHERE: Highland Tap & Burger
Meet up with fellow fitness enthusiasts for the Highland Tap & Burger Run Club, and run a pre-planned 5K- or 10K-loop around the historic neighborhoods of Lower Downtown and the Highlands. All runners get free pasta and salad, as well as 20 percent off select beers. Highland Tap & Burger features dozens of Colorado craft beers on tap and in bottles.

Denver Run Club

WHEN: Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. year-round
WHERE: Ratio Beerworks
Join fellow runners for a 5K route that tours the artsy River North Art District (RiNo) and starts and finishes at Ratio Beerworks.

Denver Colfax Marathon

WHEN: Each May
WHERE: City Park
Denver’s springtime race is the ultimate running tour of the city — with mountain views. The Denver Colfax Marathon starts and finishes in City Park and travels through Empower Field at Mile High (where the Broncos play) and along seven miles of rivers, lakes and bridges, while a half-marathon takes a route through the zoo. Ten-mile and 5K options are also available.

Bike Workouts and Rides

Denver Cruiser Ride

WHEN: Thursdays, May–September
WHERE: Various locations
The Denver Cruiser Ride is a weekly pub crawl that meets on Wednesday nights to cycle safely through the streets of Denver. A mid-week Mile High City tradition for over a decade, each of the 20 summer rides boasts a different theme — often involving zany costumes. With close to 60,000 people turning out over the season, the Denver Cruiser Ride has become the largest weekly bike party on the planet! Past themes have included Denver 1894, Mad Max, Bike Prom and Birds & Bees. Check the website on Wednesday afternoon for that night's starting point.

Other Fitness Opportunities

The Spot Climbing Gym

With expansive bouldering terrain and a location in Denver’s Golden Triangle, the Spot is a popular fitness destination for those convenient options for climbers of all levels. Drop in for a day pass, take a class to hone your skills and stick around afterward to enjoy a beer on tap.

Golf Courses

If you prefer to stretch your legs during a round of 18 holes, the Mile High City has a wide range of public-access courses for every skill level and style. Tee off downtown at City Park , with both skyline and mountain views, or play a round amid ancient sandstone rocks at Littleton’s Arrowhead Golf Course. Or stay at the Inverness Denver, a Hilton Golf & Spa Resort to have an 18-hole championship golf course right at your doorstep.

Hiking Trails

Denver’s plentiful sunshine and a bounty of trails make it easy to get outside and get moving without hitting the gym. Whether you’ve got an hour or a whole weekend, there are plenty of routes nearby that’ll get your blood pumping and still leave you time for brunch. You can take on steady climbs with city views at Mount Falcon or North Table Mountain west of the city, or go all-in with higher-elevation hikes at Roxborough State Park.